1980 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Fiat 125
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125.
Because 1971 Fiat 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1971 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
